2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Rover 45

To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2006 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2006 Rover 45
Make Audi Rover
Model A4 45
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 223 km/hour 193 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1236 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.5 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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